Spheres Interacting

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of air surrounding the Earth.

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What does the prefix 'BIO' in 'Biosphere' mean?

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The prefix 'BIO' means 'life'.

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Which two spheres interact when plants draw nutrients from the soil?

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The biosphere and the geosphere.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is composed of all the living things on Earth.

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What does the term 'Hydrosphere' refer to?

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The hydrosphere refers to all the water on Earth.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of the Earth, including rocks and soil.

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How do the atmosphere and hydrosphere interact?

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The atmosphere and hydrosphere interact through processes like evaporation and precipitation.

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What is an example of the biosphere?

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An example of the biosphere includes all plants, animals, and microorganisms on Earth.

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What is the significance of the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere is crucial for supporting life, regulating climate, and shaping the Earth's surface.

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What is the relationship between the geosphere and biosphere?

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The geosphere provides nutrients and a habitat for organisms in the biosphere.